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L'Air is a fantastic apartment under old beams, 15 minutes to Mont St Michel.

One of a small collection of charming countryside character properties, L'Air is a bright and airy apartment with fantastic views over the Brittany countryside. Tucked under the exposed beams of a gorgeous old barn with a large balcony, garden, and BBQ area, this gite is perfect for couples and families alike. The perfect cosy retreat after a winters day sightseeing. Truly tranquil, it is not unusual to see deer wandering past as you sit up on the balcony in the evening.

Only 20 mins from Le Mont Saint-Michel, 40 mins from St-Malo and Dinan.

Redecorated in November 2017 the Loft consists of an open plan living area with a well-equipped kitchen and a four-poster bed, a bedroom with bunk beds and a bathroom with a large free-standing Victorian roll top bath.

There is a large balcony and an enclosed garden for your own personal use, complete with seating areas and a BBQ. In the summer we can provide a large splash pool.

We provide towels, bedding, and all the kitchen basics you'll need, including salt, pepper, oil, and milk to get you started.

Excellent Wifi and English TV.

Our nearest town is Pleine Fougeres (5 mins drive) which has two boulangeries, a tabac, a butchers, two restaurants and a small weekly market.

We are also very close to the Villecartier forest where there are beautiful walks and outdoor activities.

There is a market for every day of the week in the surrounding towns and villages.

We are within easy driving distance of Pontorson (10 mins), Combourg (20 mins), Dol-de-Bretagne (20 mins) Cancale (40 mins), and many of the regions most beautiful beaches.

Only 40 minutes to the port of St Malo and Brittany Ferries.

Bedrooms

2 Bedrooms

Sleeps 4

Property Manager

Laura Mayall

Member Since 2012

Speaks:

english

Calendar last updated:

Nov 17, 2018

About Laura Mayall

Hi there,
My name's Laura. I am the owner of Le moulin de Launay.
I fell in love with the place the moment I laid eyes on it and spent 15 years living in France while I renovated it with my husband.
When my daughter was born we moved back to the UK, so now I have wonderful caretakers over there to look after the houses and the animals.
It's a gorgeous part of France. I hope you have a wonderful time there.
Kindest regards,
Laura.

Why Laura Mayall chose Vieux-Viel

What makes this Barn unique

The property is ideally situated to visit Le Mont st Michel and a number of other local attractions. At the same time as it is close to attractions it is still in a quiet rural location off a quiet lane. the perfect place to relax.

Amenities

Internet

Pets Welcome

TV

Satellite or Cable

Children Welcome

Parking

Heater

Bathrooms

1 Bathroom

Bathroom 1

toilet, combination tub/shower, Large roll top bath.

Location Type

Rural

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Heating

Electric radiators provided to keep you nice and warm.

Linens Provided

Washing Machine

Guests can use a washing machine free of charge, in garage below by arrangement.

Parking

Internet

Free WIFI

Towels Provided

Free Wifi

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Stove

Oven

Microwave

Toaster

Pantry Items

Milk, olive oil, pepper & salt, coffee, tea

Dishes & Utensils

Kitchen

open plan

Dining

Dining Area

Child's Highchair

Dining

Child's highchair available on request.

comfy seating for 4 people

Entertainment

Television

English channels only.

Satellite / Cable

Stereo

Books

Music Library

Outside

Lawn / Garden

Balcony

Outdoor Grill

Porch / Veranda

Suitability

wheelchair inaccessible

House Rules

Check-in: 4:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 7 days before arrival date.

14 Reviews

Excellent4.7/5

1 - 6 of 14

Just the break we needed

5/5

Stayed Sep 2018

allison s.

Everything was ready for our arrival and the area is beautiful. Winston the sausage dog loved the garden and the fact it was enclosed meant we could all relax. Hope to come back again.

Submitted Sep 20, 2018

A picturesque loft situated in the countryside.

5/5

Stayed Dec 2017

Ellie G.Paris France

Lovely, clean and tasteful. This is a great little spot for a weekend in the countryside.

Submitted Dec 17, 2017

Relaxing, get away from it all in a fantastic apartment.

5/5

Stayed Aug 2017

Maxine C.

Perfect location for visiting the area, the apartment is equipped with everything you need. Very relaxing should you wish to stay at the apartment for the day. Thank you for making the end of our holiday the most relaxing time. We will hopefully return one day.

We loved the location. It was so peaceful and relaxing. However it was so close to many wonderful things eg Mont St Michael, St Malo, Cancale. Great beaches are not far away. The nearby villages and small towns had some lovely markets, creperies good boulangeries and a supermarket only 10 minutes away.

The property was beautifully presented. It was very clean , comfortable and well equipped. We loved the four poster bed and the quirkiness of the place. The property is on the first floor and has a raised balcony where we had most of our meals looking over an idyllic rural landscape.

The booking process was good and the hosts Suan and Tom were delightful. They were so helpful and we loved our welcome pack.

The area would be great for cycling and for children too. We loved it !

Submitted Oct 3, 2016

lovely... so relaxing!

5/5

Stayed Jun 2015

Kristina L.

the loft is great if you want to relax, enjoy Brittany and have a really lovely place to stay for your holidays!

we were pleasantly surprised when on arrival we were greeted by the hosts Wendy & Darren who looked after us right throughout our stay - there when we needed them and let us relax in the enclosed garden when we wanted to enjoy the sunshine.

at the loft you get a few bonuses - an open plan living space (if you have children there is a great little bunk room!), roll top bath, open terrace overlooking corn fields, Juliet balcony overlooking more open countryside, private garden and also a communal garden.

you can also book treats for your arrival - we picked the hamper and it is the very first time (we travel a lot!) we have booked something like this and actually felt we had our moneys worth! at just 20EURO it was great and not only covered a great sharing board for our first night though we used bits throughout the week. also the hens eggs were a nice addition from their hens!

we enjoyed a night to where they put on a little bbq and we all brought something along which was a nice opportunity to get to know some other people staying in other gites and also the hosts.

at first we thought it may have been a it far out to explore the region though it really wasn't and being near good highway links we had a few days of travelling around and of course visiting St Mont Michel which is around 20minutes away.

another bonus was that it was ideal for our little jack russell who was safe in our private area and was able to roam around from the loft to the garden!

all in all a great place to stay and we would definitely consider a return visit... the first holiday in a long time we totally relaxed!

Submitted Jul 2, 2015

Owner's Response:

Hi Kristina & Lee

We're really happy you had such a good time, along with Billy! He was so well behaved and a pleasure to have stay with us. Glad you enjoyed the hamper too.

The Loft's garden is particularly ideal for children and pets as it's fully fenced. This means you can keep an even closer eye on them from either relaxing on the upper decking or from the sun loungers or splash pool in the garden below.

We hope to see you all on a return visit.

Warm regards.

Wendy & Darren

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Map

Vieux-Viel, France

Coast/Beach:

We are superbly situated for visiting both the beaches to the west, such as Granville and also the beaches to the east such as St Malo.

Both are about 40 minutes of driving along lovely coastal roads.

Travel:

There are several airports in Brittany serving destinations in Europe. TGV train services link the region with cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Lille in other regions of France. In addition there are ferry services that take passengers, vehicles and freight to the Republic of Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the Channel Islands.

We are always happy to give advice about the best routes for your travel

Distances:

Vieux-Viel Village

Our quaint village is only a short stroll away along the pretty lanes that run through the rolling countryside. The village has a small bar. 20 minutes walk.

From casual pavement cafes to superb Michelin starred world class restaurants. For traditional Breton Fayre, try Sarrasin gallettes. and a mug of local cider. Jean Marc and Lawrence are the proud owners of our nearest restaurant which provides casual food in a casual atmosphere. A favorite restaurant with many of our visitors is La Cour Verte where you can watch as your choice of local meat is roasted on an open fire. Non-meat loving options are available too! For seafood lovers Cancale is a must. The pretty coastal town is dedicated to fabulous restaurants selling the very best seafood in the world.

Museums

Grab some culture and learn about the history of the area. The medieval museum in Dol de Bretagne has great displays.

Aquarium

St Malo aquarium is one of the best aquariums in Europe. You can sing in a yellow submarine and watch in awe as a shark swims over your head.

Chateaus

There are plenty around to visit and explore. Combourg is the most famous in the area and has a lovely lawns for picnicking. No visit to France is complete without a visit to one of the stunning chateaus.

Cycling

Exploring Brittany by bicycle is just lovely. The speed of travel really suits the tranquil environment and gives you chance to see things that you could otherwise miss. No need to bring your own, we hire bikes.

Sand-Yachting

Close by on the flat sands of Cherieux, you’ll find top class sand-yachting.

Whatever it is that you love doing on holiday, you’re pretty sure to find it nearby. . .

When you arrive you’ll be given a visitor’s pack with up to date information about the area and lots of ideas of what there is to do here. Whether it’s a reservation for a romantic dinner for two at a great restaurant or directions to the best out-of-the-way sandy coves, your nearby hosts will be happy to help.

Availability

Changeover Day:
Please contact us as we can be flexible out of Peak season.
Minimum stay:
Please contact us as we can be flexible out of Peak season
Bookings of less than 7 nights or non-Saturday starts will incur a one-off supplement of £75 to be added to the normal rate.
Guests over the age of 13 years will be charged a small fee of £2.50 per person per week French Government Tourist Tax. This will be added onto your quote once we have details of who is in your party.
Well behaved dogs are welcome. We charge £20 per dog or £30 for two. This includes a small treat for your pet on your arrival.
There is a £20 charge if you require a cot or z-bed.
We really want you to relax and enjoy your time here at Le Moulin and work hard to maintain our very high standards of cleanliness. However, upon departure we do expect guests to leave the property clean and tidy and therefore take a deposit of £50 to cover any extra work that may need to be done at the end of your stay. This is also to cover any breakages made. This will be refunded back to you by Laura (owner of Le Moulin) once we have had a chance to check things over and are happy with everything.. We hope you understand.